Beauty Aids – Hair

Basic Conditioner

This is a good compliment to the Basic Shampoo.

Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon
    Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 Cup
    water
  • 8 Drops
    Favorite Essential Oil Combination

Basic Shampoo

You no longer have to buy expensive “natural” products with ingredients you cannot pronounce. In addition to being inexpensive to make, this shampoo and conditioner combination worked wonders on my daughter’s curly ringlet hair.

Ingredients
  • 1/4 Cup
    water
  • 1/4 Cup
    liquid castile soap
  • 1/2 Teaspoon
    jojoba oil
  • 25 Drops
    Favorite Essential Oil Combination

Dry Shampoo

Want to know a secret? You don’t need to wash your hair every day! In fact, it may be better for your hair to take a break from the shampoo every once in a while. This DIY Dry Shampoo made with essential oils is a great way to keep your hair looking, smelling, and feeling great for those days between washes.

Ingredients
  • 1/4 Cup
    Arrowroot Powder
  • 2 Drops
    Lavender
  • 2 Drops
    Rosemary
  • 2 Drops
    Peppermint Oil

Hair Loss Ointment

Ingredients
  • 2 to 3 Drops
    Rosemary (useful with clogged pores)
  • 2 to 3 Drops
    Cedarwood (helps regenerate follicles)
  • 2 to 3 Drops
    Lavender (antiseptic improves growth)
  • 2 to 3 Drops
    Clary Sage (stimulates the scalp)

Hair Perfume

Hair perfume is a great way to leave those you pass by with the sweet and enticing aroma of essential oils. Lightly spray it on your hair to keep it smelling sweet and fresh. Feel free to switch up the essential oils used in this recipe to create your perfect aroma.

Ingredients
  • 1/3 Cup
    Rose Water
  • 1 Teaspoon
    Vanilla Extract
  • 5 Drops
    Ylang Ylang
  • 4 Drops
    Rosemary
  • 5 Drops
    Sandalwood
  • 3 Drops
    Lavender
  • 4 Drops
    Grapefruit

Hair Strengthener

Ingredients
  • 5 Drops
    Helichrysum
  • 5 Drops
    Clary Sage
  • 5 Drops
    Lavender
  • 5 Drops
    Rosemary
  • 5 Drops
    Lemon
  • 5 Drops
    Peppermint
  • 5 Drops
    Cedarwood
  • 5 Drops
    Tea Tree

Heat Protectant Spray

Shield you strands of hair with a heat protectant spray made with Clary Sage and Geranium essential oils. This easy to make spray will have your hair feeling full and healthy.

Ingredients
  • 1 Teaspoon
    Coconut Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon
    Sweet Almond Oil
  • 2 Teaspoons
    Hair Conditioner
  • 1 Cup
    Water
  • 5 Drops
    Clary Sage
  • 5 Drops
    Geranium

Homemade Rosemary Mint Shampoo

Conventional shampoo can be expensive and contain harmful chemicals that strip your hair of its natural oils. Instead, try this homemade rosemary mint shampoo recipe! It’s very easy to make, can help thicken hair and reduce dandruff! 

Many haircare products on the market today claim to be great for the environment AND great for your hair health. Sadly, the truth is most of these products are riddled with chemicals and marketing ploys to get you to think you’re treating your body and the earth well. This can be pretty tough to navigate. So, why not make your own! 

Rosemary and mint have always been a heavenly combination. The scent of this pair alone will stun you. Both rosemary and mint are natural ingredients found in many holistic medications and supplements. Follow the instructions below to create your own healthy, affordable, natural shampoo at home.

Ingredients
  • 6 Ounces
    aloe vera gel
  • 3 Tablespoons
    Olive Oil
  • 10 Tablespoons
    Baking Soda
  • 20 Drops
    Rosemary
  • 10 Drops
    Peppermint

Leave in Hair Condition Spray

Sometimes hair needs a little extra boost. Pamper your mane with this sweet-smelling spray infused with essential oils to help promote healthy-looking hair. The Rosemary oil in this mixture conditions and strengthens, while Ylang Ylang leaves locks looking full, smooth, and silky. Whether you use it every day or only in the dry winter months, this leave-in conditioner provides great support for hair that’s feeling stiff and overworked.

Ingredients
  • 2 1/2 Tablespoons
    vegetable glycerin
  • 1 Tablespoon
    Fractionated Coconut Oil
  • 1 Tablespoon
    rose water
  • 2 Drops
    Ylang Ylang essential oil
  • 3 Drops
    Rosemary essential oil